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Who coined the term 'sequential art'?
Who coined the term 'sequential art'?
- Stan Lee
- Alan Moore
- Scott McCloud
- Will Eisner (correct)
According to Will Eisner, how many elements does sequential art consist of?
According to Will Eisner, how many elements does sequential art consist of?
- Three
- Five
- Six
- Four (correct)
In what year was the term 'sequential art' coined?
In what year was the term 'sequential art' coined?
- 1993
- 2000
- 1985 (correct)
- 1978
Which term is often used interchangeably with 'sequential art'?
Which term is often used interchangeably with 'sequential art'?
Who elaborated on the explanation of sequential art in the books 'Understanding Comics' and 'Reinventing Comics'?
Who elaborated on the explanation of sequential art in the books 'Understanding Comics' and 'Reinventing Comics'?
What is the Y-shaped strap on a flip-flop called?
What is the Y-shaped strap on a flip-flop called?
Where did the modern flip-flop design potentially originate from?
Where did the modern flip-flop design potentially originate from?
What are flip-flops called in New Zealand?
What are flip-flops called in New Zealand?
What are flip-flops called in the Philippines?
What are flip-flops called in the Philippines?
What term has been used to describe inexpensive footwear with a flat base and a strap with three anchor points?
What term has been used to describe inexpensive footwear with a flat base and a strap with three anchor points?
Study Notes
Sequential Art
- The term 'sequential art' was coined by Will Eisner.
- Sequential art consists of elements that convey a narrative or cohesive story.
- Will Eisner's framework identifies four primary elements of sequential art: images, written words, notations, and the sequencing of these components.
- 'Comics' is often used interchangeably with 'sequential art,' referring to the medium that utilizes sequential illustrations.
- Scott McCloud further elaborated on the concept of sequential art in his influential books 'Understanding Comics' and 'Reinventing Comics.'
Flip-Flops
- The Y-shaped strap on a flip-flop is commonly referred to as a "thong."
- The modern flip-flop design potentially originated from ancient footwear from various cultures, including Japan and Egypt.
- In New Zealand, flip-flops are colloquially known as "jandals."
- In the Philippines, flip-flops are commonly called "tsinelas."
- The term 'slippers' has been used to describe inexpensive footwear characterized by a flat base and a strap with three anchor points.
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Test your knowledge of sequential art with this quiz. Explore the use of images in a specific order for storytelling and conveying information, as proposed by comics artist Will Eisner.